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Ask your QuestionDoes electrical testing like say a PAT test cause much disruption to a property’s power? During testing, will I be able to use other electrics, etc.?
Asked by Karen on 18th Jan 2021"PAT testing does not disrupt the power to the property."
Answered on 18th Jan 2021 - Member since Dec 2020 - report"Each appliance tested individual with power on andavisible inspection and check fuse size is ok right rating etc as for EICR power on and off 1 hr or so during testing best to turn off TVs and computers etc"
Answered on 18th Jan 2021 - Member since Oct 2018 - report"Hi Dear
It is not 100% your answer the time test It depends about how many RCD do you have. But if someone come for test unfortunately you can’t use electric for few hours."
"Hello,
No just to the appliances being tested at the time. if you have a full electrical inspection this would effort all power"
"You can use your electric ad normal the test is to check electrical equipment for any defects which migjt not be visible"
Answered on 18th Jan 2021 - Member since Dec 2019 - report"PAT testing is portable appliance testing, it’s unplugged when testing. So no main power disruption. EICR requires the main power to be switched off for the duration of the test usually 2-5 hours depending on the extent of the installation."
Answered on 18th Jan 2021 - Member since Oct 2020 - report"Electrical testing is not disruptive at all, except where individual appliances are being tested. Then the appliance will only be out of action for a few minutes"
Answered on 18th Jan 2021 - Member since Dec 2020 - report"PAT testing is portable appliance testing, it’s unplugged when testing. So no main power disruption."
Answered on 21st Jan 2021 - Member since Jan 2021 - report